2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |